Tucked away on a quiet private road in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach, 279 Smith Drive offers the perfect blend of privacy and proximity. Just minutes from 30A, local dining, shopping, and the area's renowned beaches, this site-built home captures the relaxed coastal lifestyle South Walton is known for.
Set on a generously sized lot, the property offers exceptional versatility—ideal for full-time living, a second home, or an investment opportunity in one of the area's most desirable and steadily growing locations. Enjoy a peaceful setting with the convenience and long-term potential that continue to draw homeowners and investors alike.
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For sale
$2,185,000
279 Smith Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
3beds
3,664sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2023
0.62 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$596/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet private roadGenerously sized lot
- 97 days |
- 812 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 09, 2026 at 09:50am
Listed by:
Carol S Sharp 215-837-3571,
Keller Williams Realty Destin
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 991839
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: All measurements are estimates
- Level: First
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Bedroom
- Description: All measurements are estimates
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Description: All measurements are estimates
- Level: First
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Other
- Description: front and one side of home
Garage
- Description: 3 Car Garage
- Level: First
- Area: 877230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 243 x 3,610
Loft
- Description: 1031sq.ft. total
- Level: Second
- Area: 1080 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 24
Screened porch
- Description: Rear enclosed with hot tub
- Level: First
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range Hood
Features
- Pantry
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,664
- Total interior livable area: 3,664 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Screened
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Dimensions: 150 x 180
- Features: See Remarks, Survey Available
Details
- Parcel number: 192S19240900000331
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Short Term Rental - Allowed
- Subdivision: SANTA ROSA PLANTATION
Location
- Region: Santa Rosa Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $596/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $936,130
- Annual tax amount: $6,682
- Date on market: 12/29/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,185,000+1406.9%$596/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #991839 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2021 | Sold | $145,000$40/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,141 +1147.1% | $851,605 +2661.3% |
| 2023 | $653 -8.5% | $30,841 +10% |
| 2022 | $713 +189.2% | $28,037 +10% |
| 2021 | $247 +6% | $25,488 +9.3% |
| 2020 | $233 +4.5% | $23,318 +4% |
| 2019 | $223 | $22,422 +4% |
| 2018 | $223 +3.6% | $21,559 +3% |
| 2017 | $215 +3.6% | $20,931 +4% |
| 2016 | $207 +3% | $20,126 +7% |
| 2015 | $201 +5.3% | $18,810 +10% |
| 2014 | $191 | $17,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $17,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,100 -5% |
| 2011 | -- | $18,000 -10% |
| 2010 | -- | $20,000 -53.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $42,840 -15% |
| 2008 | -- | $50,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $50,400 +320% |
| 2005 | -- | $12,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $12,000 +33.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $9,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $9,000 +138.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $3,780 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$12,589/mo
Principal & interest
$10896
Property taxes
$1693
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 32459
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bay Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 7.5 mi
- 8/10Emerald Coast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 8/10South Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dune Lakes
- Middle: Emerald Coast
- High: South Walton
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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